Nia Harden

2 weeks ago | wbtv.com | Nia Harden

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Diversity in the publishing world continues to be low. A study by Lee and Low Books Report shows more than 70% of the publishing industry identifies as women, but more than 70% also identify as white. Chrystal D. Giles -- a Charlotte native, former accountant and now a published children’s book author -- said she has seen the lack of diversity firsthand. In 2015 while reading books to her son, she realized they were missing something ... families that looked like hers.

Jul 3, 2024 | wbtv.com | Nia Harden

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - With summer travels in full swing, it is of course important for travelers to remember to pack enough clothes, medicines and chargers; however, one thing they may not think to check on is their blood type. According to a poll by CBS News, 62% of Americans say they are unsure of their blood type. Dr. Utibe Effiong with Novant Health said there are a few reasons why it is important to know. One of those reasons is in case of emergency when traveling abroad.

Jun 24, 2024 | wbtv.com | Nia Harden

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Gilda Carter says she remembers 1999, the year she was diagnosed with vitiligo – a disease where the immune system attacks melanocytes, the cells that produce a chemical that gives your skin color. “It actually started…can’t remember at this point which hand it was, but it was just a small spot,” Carter said looking back.

Jun 11, 2024 | wbtv.com | Nia Harden

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - National Youth Traffic Safety Month just wrapped up, but experts said that with students now out of school, more kids will be outside and their safety is top of mind. In North Carolina, recent numbers are alarming. Since 2018, the state has seen a 140% increase in the number of cyclist deaths, according to Vision Zero.

Apr 15, 2024 | wbtv.com | Nia Harden

ROCK HILL, S.C. (WBTV) - More people are choosing to pay for items over time rather than upfront. The phenomenon is often described as “buy now, pay later.”Before buying things without having the money in hand, though, there are things to know. Dr. Nicholas Moellman is an Assistant Professor of Economics at Winthrop University. He said many businesses people shop with are offering the “buy now, pay later” options.